What is the Difference between byzantine architecture and roman architecture?

Answer 1

Early Christian Architecture was influenced a lot by Ancient Roman Architecture, which is characterized by repitition of arches. In this time, they actually converted old Roman buildings into religious structures, like the basilicas. On the other hand, Byzantine Architecture was inspired by Moorish Architecture because of the spread of Islam during that time. It is characterized by the addition of pointed elements, particularly in the dome. They introduce the onion dome, addition of pinnacles, turretts(not sure of the spelling), colorful mosaic murals, and introduction of colored buildings.

Early Christian architecture and early Byzantine architecture are one and the same, as the Byzantine (or Romans as they called themselves) were in fact the early christians. The Moors were not invented at the time. The Mosque archetype in Ottoman architecture (which in popular terms counts as "Moorish"), as well as the Rock Mosque in Jerusalem, draw partly their architectural language from the Hagia Sofia in Istanbul, which at the time of erection was the largest church of Christianity.

Answer 2

Half-columns like these were an invention of the Romans.

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Both Roman and Byzantine columns borrowed greatly from classical Greek architecture. In fact, the styles of columns standardized by the Greeks persist today; decorative columns for new homes today would be nearly identical to local architecture for a Republic-era Roman. While people used different columns in all eras, some specific columns remained more popular in specific types of architecture.

1. Doric Columns

o Government buildings in the United States often have Doric columns. Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images

Doric columns featured no base, a slightly decorated capital (top) and 20 flutes around the exterior. Most were not single pieces, and they could be stacked like blocks to provide support for different heights. Because of this, columns for each location didn't have to be custom-built. Doric columns appear worldwide, even in places with no ties to ancient Greece or Rome. Many government buildings have Doric columns because of their classic appearance.

2. Ionic Columns

o The capital of Ionic columns is evocative of ram's horns. Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images

Ionic columns were much more intricate and varied than Doric columns, with carved figures on the base and curling decorations carved on the capital. These columns were also fluted, though the fluting was more intricate and varied than in Doric columns. The Ionic column also has deeper facets in its fluting, and are narrower than their Doric cousins.

3. Tuscan Columns

o Tuscan columns have a long, thin appearance. Hemera Technologies/AbleStock.com/Getty Images

One of the simplest types of column, Tuscan columns are relatively plain and unadorned. Both the base and capital have minimal decoration, and the columns themselves are smooth and unfluted. They are also significantly narrower than Doric or Ionic columns. Tuscan columns are made from a single piece, and have become very popular in other types of architecture, including Georgian style homes in Ohio and New England.

4. Byzantine Columns

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Byzantine columns are a common architectural feature in large buildings, such as basilicas. The dome, very prominent in Byzantine architecture, typically used columns to help with support. They are generally Tuscan-style columns: smooth, unfluted columns, with intricately carved capitals and plain bases. While Tuscan columns in ancient Greece were constructed of white stone, Byzantine columns were often made from marble of many colors.

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